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Web Auction 15 27-28 Feb 2021
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SASANIAN KINGS. Ardashir I, 223/4-240. Drachm (Silver, 22 mm, 3.74 g, 9 h), Mint C (Ktesiphon), circa 233/4-238/9. MZDYSN BGY 'RTHŠTR MRKAN MRKA 'YR'N MNW CTRY MN YZD'N ('Worshipper of Lord Mazda, 'God' Ardashir, King of Kings of Iran who has lineage from the Gods' in Pahlawi) Draped bust of Ardashir I to right, wearing diadem and close-fitting headdress with korymbos. Rev. NWRA ZY 'RTHŠTR ('Fire of Ardashir' in Pahlawi) Fire altar with diadems. SNS I, type IIIa(4a)/3a(2b). Sunrise 714. Nicely toned. Very fine.